Teaching Science In 3D

Teaching Science In 3D

Nicole VanTassel & Erin Sadler

Episodes 139
Avg. Duration 23m
Activity Dormant
Since Aug 2019
Latest Episode Aug 2025

Publishing Details

Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Hosting
feeds.buzzsprout.com

About This Podcast

An on-the-go professional development podcast for busy science teachers. Get a grip on the new science standards and discover ready-to-use strategies to “NGSS your science class.” Don’t just teach the NGSS -- become an NGSS teacher.

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Recent Episodes

S10E9 Building a Classroom Community Series Part 3: The Science Classroom

Aug 19, 2025 27m

In this episode, Erin continues her conversation with middle school science teacher Char Ritchie.  Char explains how she builds on the community building practices discussed in the last episode to…

S10E8 Building a Classroom Community Series Part 2: Respect Agreements and Community Circles

Aug 11, 2025 34m

In the second episode of our 3-part series on building classroom community and expectations, Erin shares conversations with two special guests — Bailey and her 8th grade science teacher, Char…

S10E7 Building Classroom Community Series Part 1: Interview with Erin's Daughter

Aug 04, 2025 33m

In this first episode of our 3-part series on building classroom community and expectations, Erin interviews a special guest — her daughter! Together, they reflect on the things that helped her feel…

S10E6 "Start Small" Series: Deepen Learning By Reducing Tasks

Jul 28, 2025 14m

In the third episode of this "Start Small" series, Nicole shares some ways we can deepen learning by replacing *quantity* with *quality* in our science classrooms. More isn't always better, and while…

S10E5 "Start Small" Series: Quick Strategies To Get Your Students *Thinking*

Jul 21, 2025 16m

In the second episode of this "Start Small" series, Nicole shares a few strategies to create a better THINKING science classroom -- you know, the kind where students actually NOTICE that the bird…

S10E4 "Start Small" Series: Building Simple Routines With 3D Practices

Jul 14, 2025 29m

In the first episode of this "Start Small" series, Nicole shares three ideas to consider implementing this fall that will engage your students in three-dimensional learning in a way that builds skill…

S10E3 Erin's ADHD Diagnosis

Jul 07, 2025 49m

Erin discusses her recent ADHD diagnosis. She recorded this episode in hopes that it may potentially help other people who suspect they have ADHD or who want to know more about what its like having…

S10E2 5 Things We Want Teachers to Know About ADHD

Jun 30, 2025 42m

Both Nicole and Erin are parents of children with ADHD. Erin was recently diagnosed as having ADHD herself.  In this episode, they share the things they've learned in the last year that they wish…

S10E1 Where have we been for the last two years?!?

Jun 30, 2025 29m

It's been two and a half years since we recorded our last episode. So, where have we been!?!In this episode we talk about: What we've been up toBig changes and life updates What this season will…

S9E9 129 Three Commitments I Made (And Mostly Kept) This Fall

Dec 19, 2022 39m

In this episode, Nicole shared three commitments she made in her classroom as she transitioned back into the classroom this fall -- as well as strategies that she utilized to keep those…

S9E8 128 It's A Tool, Not A Fix

Dec 12, 2022 16m

In this episode, Nicole shares an aha moment she recently experienced as she was prompted to reflect on her thinking about the strategies and approaches she utilizes in her classroom. So often we…

S9E7 127 Establishing An Anchor Phenomenon Routine

Dec 05, 2022 31m Transcript

The anchor phenomenon routine plays an important role in science classes as students develop their abilities to figure out the questions they need to answer to meet their learning goals. In a perfect…

S9E6 126 From Whole Group To Small Group Learning

Nov 28, 2022 33m

In this episode, Nicole (iExploreScience) shares a few ideas for moving from whole-group instruction to stations-style, small-group learning. Small group activities create the opportunity to work…

S9E5 125 A Bell Ringer Approach To Start Class Smoothly

Nov 21, 2022 19m

What is your start-of-class routine? Is it working? In this episode, Nicole shares her bell-ringer routine -- a transition time that can make-or-break a smooth class experience. She digs into the…

S9E4 124 Your New Favorite Places To Find Authentic Science Texts Adapted For The Classroom

Nov 14, 2022 25m

We win any time we can incorporate literacy in science into our daily lessons and activities. One low-prep strategy that I love to use is to ask students to analyze authentic science texts… but let’s…

S9E3 123 Teaching Text Annotations - Your New Favorite Literacy Strategy

Nov 07, 2022 26m

In this episode, Nicole shares how she teaches students to annotate texts, a strategy they can pair with any reading task in the science classroom. Text annotations increase student engagement and…

S9E2 122 Rethinking THAT Class - What To Do When Classes Feel Like A Challenge

Oct 31, 2022 36m

In this episode, Nicole shares her personal reflections on the "labels" we may (inadvertently) assign to classes and how that can impact our relationships, classroom culture, and teaching practice.…

S9E1 121 Establishing A Positive Classroom Culture With Respect Agreements

Oct 03, 2022 25m

In this episode, Nicole (iExploreScience) shares how she has used respect agreements to establish a positive classroom culture and prevent (and address) behavior challenges within her classroom.What…

S8E11 120 Informal Writing In Science Class

Aug 29, 2022 26m

Incorporating informal writing opportunities in your classroom can improve student understanding of the scientific content while building student confidence in their ability to communicate in…

S8E10 119 The Best Strategies For Teaching Science Vocab

Aug 22, 2022 34m

Way back in episode 19, Nicole discussed why you shouldn't front-load science vocabulary.    This is one of our most popular episodes.  So,  we decided to bring you more practical strategies and…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Teaching Science In 3D have?

Teaching Science In 3D has published 139 episodes since August 2019, covering topics in Education, How To.

Is Teaching Science In 3D still active?

Teaching Science In 3D is currently dormant with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 23m.

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